Production: Receiving Operator 2 (3rd Shift)

FARMERS UNION INDUSTRIES LLC•Redwood Falls, MN

6h•$25 - $25•Onsite

About The Position

Farmers Union Industries, LLC, also known as FUI, is a leading agricultural-based manufacturing company headquartered in Redwood Falls, MN. Our current operations include Central Bi-Products, Northland Choice, Midwest Grease, Artex Manufacturing, Redwood Farms Meat Processors, and Performance Pet Products. Please visit our website at fuillc.com to learn more! Our Central Bi-Products facility in Redwood Falls, MN collects and transforms multi-species raw material from meat processing facilities into high quality-feed ingredients and other consumer and industrial products. Learn more about the rendering industry at fuillc.com/central-bi-products/. We are currently accepting applications for Receiving Operator 2 on 3rd Shift! We offer a competitive starting wage of $24.97 along with shift differentials and regular pay increases. We offer a benefits package that includes health, dental, vision, PTO, paid holidays, an impressive 401K match and more! Available Schedules 3rd Shift: Monday-Friday, 12:00am (midnight) - 8:00am Weekend hours may be possible on a required or voluntary basis Areas of Accountability All areas of accountability to be delivered with GRIT - our values of Generosity, Relationships, Integrity, and Teamwork Unload Raw Materials Department Cleanliness Essential Duties and Responsibilities Remove product in a variety of ways from open top, rendispose, reefer, box, tank, and other types of trailers Operate skid-steers or forklifts to remove large materials from trailers, as needed Use a pressure washer and brush to clean out trailers, skid steers, and other equipment Inspect trailers for usability and notify Vehicle Maintenance Technicians if repairs are needed Complete paperwork for each unloaded trailer Effectively communicate trailer load information with production personnel to prevent errors and inefficiencies Report any concerns, accidents, downtime, or cost-saving measures to Foreman, as needed Follow all company safety policies, practices, procedures, and improvement initiatives Comply with all regulatory compliance requirements including environmental and food/feed safety Perform general housekeeping to maintain a clean work environment, as needed Maintain regular and predictable on-site attendance Situations may arise that require employees to temporarily or permanently assume responsibility for tasks not specifically outlined in this job description. Employees may be requested to work additional hours and/or accommodate a heavier than normal workload.

Requirements

Pass in-house Forklift Certification, upon hire
Proficient in basic math skills and reading data trends; accurately and legibly record information
Effectively communicate with external truck drivers, both in writing and verbally
Accurately read and understand signs, labels, warnings, directions, and operator manuals
Ability to maintain composed and organized in a fast-paced environment
Work in a facility that processes multiple species including cows, pigs, and poultry
Willingness and ability to work extra hours as needed during the week or weekend
Must be 18 years of age or older for insurance purposes
Consistently push and/or pull heavy objects
Frequently lift up to 50 pounds from floor to waist level; occasionally lift up to 75 pounds
Consistently bend at the waist and/or knees
Consistently climb trailers or ladders up to 15 feet or be elevated in scissors lifts up to 40 feet
Stand up to 100% of the workday
Ability to work in confined spaces
Ability to work safely in all weather conditions including extreme heat and cold

Nice To Haves

Experience in food/feed production, a plus

Responsibilities

Remove product in a variety of ways from open top, rendispose, reefer, box, tank, and other types of trailers
Operate skid-steers or forklifts to remove large materials from trailers, as needed
Use a pressure washer and brush to clean out trailers, skid steers, and other equipment
Inspect trailers for usability and notify Vehicle Maintenance Technicians if repairs are needed
Complete paperwork for each unloaded trailer
Effectively communicate trailer load information with production personnel to prevent errors and inefficiencies
Report any concerns, accidents, downtime, or cost-saving measures to Foreman, as needed
Follow all company safety policies, practices, procedures, and improvement initiatives
Comply with all regulatory compliance requirements including environmental and food/feed safety
Perform general housekeeping to maintain a clean work environment, as needed
Maintain regular and predictable on-site attendance